How are developers promoting iOS apps in 2026 despite conditions

Mobile app marketing feels even more challenging in 2026, with once-reliable tactics like paid installs, influencer promotions, and push notifications losing impact while organic growth and user retention continue to slow.

I am curious what is truly working for developers in 2026, whether stronger ASO, community-led engagement, web-to-app funnels, or long-term retention strategies are outperforming traditional paid acquisition.

  1. Quality product
  2. Clear value
  3. Marketable, and different

my strategy

What tactics are developers employing in 2026 to expand iOS apps sustainably through retention, web-to-app funnels, community involvement, and ASO?

Two usernames, both ending with "_0", asking about ASO, posting multiple threads, and answering their own questions with a question. Spam.

How are developers promoting iOS apps in 2026 despite conditions
 
 
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